Governor Greg Abbott has sent a letter to U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner, offering Texas as a participant in a HUD pilot program aimed at preventing fraud in federal affordable housing programs.
In his letter, Governor Abbott stated: “Taxpayers entrust government officials with the responsibility of administering programs efficiently and fulfilling clearly defined goals. We will gladly work with you to develop fraud-prevention measures that ensure federal taxpayer funds, like those in the rental-based assistance programs, are not taken advantage of by bad actors. I look forward to working with you and President Trump in combatting fraud, increasing the integrity of these programs, and Making Housing Affordable Again.”
The governor’s office is part of the executive branch of Texas state government and focuses on areas such as economic development, education enhancement, job creation, protection of individual liberties, parental empowerment in schooling, and border security efforts. The office operates from its main location at the State Insurance Building in Austin and provides services across Texas. More information about Governor Abbott’s initiatives can be found on the official website.
Last week, Governor Abbott directed state agencies to investigate potential child care funding fraud within Texas.
Governor Abbott has led the state’s executive office since his election in 2014. Under his leadership, Texas has experienced significant job growth and record employment levels according to data from the official website. The office has also received recognition for various initiatives including border security operations and efforts against child sex trafficking.
